Recreation Program Manager

Overview Charles County Government is seeking a dynamic Recreation Program Manager to perform community recreation work for the County. The Program Manager will organize and lead recreational activities and assist with other aspects of recreational programs. This position will manage daily operations at the assigned recreation facility. Responsibilities Plan, organize, implement, supervise, and evaluate assigned recreational activities and games. Manage daily operations at the assigned recreation facility. Serve as customer service liaison; mediate conflicts and enforce organizational policies and procedures. Market and promote various recreation programs and activities. Establish and maintain assigned program schedules and organizational calendars. Prepare and monitor budgets for all assigned recreational activities and programs. Assist with recruitment, training, evaluation, and management of part-time staff, contract instructors and volunteers. Process program registration forms, collect fees, and manage daily cash handling controls and related administrative operations; maintain records and prepare related reports. Assist in purchasing equipment and supplies for the facility and programs. Assist in training volunteers. Perform other related job duties as assigned. Education and Experience Associate’s degree in a related field. Three (3) years of experience in recreation programs or related experience, one year of facility management experience with at least one year of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education, experience and training. Licenses or Certifications Must possess a valid driver’s license. CPR/First Aid Special Requirements/Qualifications Subject to work beyond the normal scheduled hours of work. Subject to frequent interruptions. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of effective methods and practices of planning, developing, and implementing recreational programs. Knowledge of PC operations. Knowledge of public relation skills—oral and written communication skills. Ability to carry out daily assignments, follow through on matters, and use independent judgment and training to take appropriate actions to deal with standard recurring situations. Ability to plan, organize and lead recreational activities. Ability to prepare and maintain program records and reports. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others encountered in the work. Ability to lead others in their work. Physical Demands The work is mostly sedentary with periods of walking and standing and infrequent periods of strenuous physical activity. Typical positions require workers to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; climb stairs; bend, kneel, crouch and crawl; reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; use fingers to operate computer keyboards; speak normally and use normal or aided vision and hearing. Worker may be required to demonstrate athletic activity or physical exercise. Work Environment Principal duties of this job are performed in a general office. Department/Division Recreation, Parks & Tourism/Recreation Pay Grade: 112 FLSA Status: Exempt Telework Eligible: Yes Reports To: Recreation Facilities & Program Supervisor or Senior & Recreation Center Facility Supervisor Supervises: Part-Time Personnel #J-18808-Ljbffr